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Y. S. Vivekananda Reddy

Y. S. Vivekananda Reddy (1950 – 15 March 2019), commonly known as Viveka, was an Indian politician from Andhra Pradesh. He was a member of the Indian National Congress and later the YSR Congress Party. He was the younger brother of former Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y. S. Rajasekhara Reddy, and uncle of the current Chief Minister Y. S. Jagan Mohan Reddy.

Political Career

Vivekananda Reddy had a notable career in politics:

  • Member of Lok Sabha: He was elected to the Lok Sabha (Indian Parliament's lower house) from the <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Kadapa%20constituency">Kadapa constituency</a> in 1999 and 2004.
  • Member of Legislative Council: He also served as a Member of the Legislative Council (MLC) in Andhra Pradesh.
  • Minister: He held ministerial portfolios in the Andhra Pradesh state government, including agriculture.

Death and Investigation

Vivekananda Reddy was found murdered at his residence in Pulivendula on 15 March 2019, a few weeks before the Andhra Pradesh Legislative Assembly elections. His death led to significant political turmoil and a complex investigation. The <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Central%20Bureau%20of%20Investigation">Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)</a> has been investigating the case, and it remains a high-profile issue in Andhra Pradesh politics. Several arrests have been made, and the investigation is still ongoing. The circumstances surrounding his death have become a major point of contention between various political parties.